TEVA 149

Pain is a physical suffering or discomfort caused by an illness or injury. It is the main reason people seek medical help and the most common complaint of people worldwide. The commonly used medication for pain nowadays is Teva 149 also known as Naproxen 500mg. It is an effective pain reliever available over the counter and at a low cost.

Naproxen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) and works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body. It provides relief of minor aches and pains in muscles, bones, and joints; mild-to-moderate pain accompanied by inflammation in injuries (e.g., sprains and strains); and menstrual cramps. It is used to treat headache, back pain, sciatica, gout, symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.

When naproxen should not be used

• allergic to naproxen
• with severe allergic reaction to aspirin or another NSAIDs (eg, ibuprofen, celecoxib)
• recently had or will be having bypass heart surgery
• severe liver and kidney problems
• pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• taking another medicine that contains naproxen
• with inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease
• with bleeding disorder
• have an ulcer or bleeding in the stomach or intestines
• have bleeding in the brain
• recent rectal or anal inflammatory lesions and bleeding
• taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement to prevent any drug interactions.
• drinking alcohol
• taking aspirin with naproxenSuppository form of naproxen should not be given to children below 12 years of age.

Side Effects

A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. It can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent.

This is not a complete list of drug reaction and side effects. Some minor side effects disappear once the body gets used to the medication, while some may lead to serious problems. Discuss with your doctor how to manage symptoms or if it worries you. Immediately stop taking the medication and seek emergency help if you experience allergic reactions, major side effects or overdose.

Disclaimer: This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.